Mock Test

Exam: BPSC Subject: Indian History

Total Questions: 20

Q1. The Partition of Bengal led to widespread public outcry and protests. The day of implementation, October 16, 1905, was observed as a day of ________ by the Bengalis.

Victory and celebration Mourning and hartal (strike) Negotiation and appeasement Intellectual discourse and debate
Q2. The partition of Bengal was also seen by many as an attempt to divide and rule by:

Exploiting existing religious differences. Creating administrative divisions for better control. Weakening the nascent Bengali intelligentsia. Promoting regional identities over national unity.
Q3. The trial of INA officers after World War II took place in:

London Delhi Red Fort, Delhi Singapore
Q4. The 'Tutinama' (Tales of a Parrot) is an important early Mughal illustrated manuscript that draws heavily on the traditions of:

Persian romances Indian folk tales Arabian Nights Chinese mythology
Q5. The Mughal art's emphasis on detailed observation of nature, particularly animals and birds, can be traced in the works of contemporary Indian artists who focus on:

Urban landscapes Abstract expressionism Environmental art Conceptual art
Q6. Which of the following is a key performance indicator (KPI) for the Jal Jeevan Mission?

Number of toilets constructed Percentage of households with FHTCs Number of schools with playgrounds Percentage of rural roads blacktopped
Q7. The Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar was a prominent advocate for:

Sati abolition Female education and widow remarriage Religious conversion Caste system reform
Q8. The partition of Bengal was a catalyst for the growth of:

Moderate nationalism Revolutionary terrorism Communal politics Imperialist policies
Q9. The development of devotional music like 'Bhakti Sangeet' continued to be influential during the Mughal period, though court music was more prominent. True or False?

True False Partially True Cannot be determined
Q10. Which of these is a potential negative consequence of demonetization?

Increased economic activity Reduced corruption Temporary disruption to economic activity Greater financial inclusion
Q11. The Mughal Emperor Jahangir granted the title 'Khan' to whom among the following?

Sir Thomas Roe William Hawkins John Oxenden George White
Q12. The demolition ignited communal tensions across India. Which of the following was a significant consequence of the demolition at the national level, impacting inter-community relations?

Increased secularization of Indian politics. Strengthening of India's pluralistic fabric. Widespread communal riots, particularly in northern and western India. A unified national consensus on religious heritage preservation.
Q13. What was Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's educational background?

M.A. and Ph.D. M.A., M.Sc., Ph.D., and D.Sc. B.A. and M.A. M.Sc. and Ph.D.
Q14. The archaeological evidence of standardized weights and measures in the Indus Valley Civilization is most significant in understanding their:

Religious beliefs Artistic expressions Economic and administrative systems Military organization
Q15. What was the name of Indira Gandhi's residence at the time of her assassination?

10 Downing Street 1 Akbar Road 1 Safdarjung Road 1 Race Course Road
Q16. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) identified the Ayodhya issue as a core part of its:

Economic agenda Foreign policy Political manifesto Social welfare programs
Q17. The primary reason for the British to insist on the 'non-employment of Europeans' clause in the Subsidiary Alliance was to:

Promote Indian talent in administration Prevent potential espionage and interference by rival European powers Reduce the financial burden of employing European advisors Encourage the adoption of British educational standards
Q18. Which of the following acts was significantly utilized by the Indian government to manage the COVID-19 pandemic?

The Disaster Management Act, 2005 The Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 The National Health Mission Act, 2013 The Public Health Act, 1950
Q19. Which Mughal emperor is known for his policy of 'Sulh-i-Kul' (universal peace)?

Babur Humayun Akbar Shah Jahan
Q20. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad's fluency in multiple languages greatly aided his efforts in connecting with diverse sections of society. Besides Urdu, he was proficient in:

Sanskrit and Tamil Bengali and Marathi Persian and Arabic Kannada and Malayalam

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